February 24, 2019

Ken Walston was Google before there was Google.

Blessed with a keen intellect, a superior memory and knowledge about a breathtakingly wide array of subjects, Walston was the go-to guy in the Albuquerque Journal newsroom. He retired last September after 41 years as a copy editor and deputy news editor.

Walston, Kenny to his friends,...

February 23, 2019

Mary Lou Wilkerson, age 76, was born Sunday, February 21, 1943 and passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 23, 2019 after an unexpected bout with appendix cancer. Mary Lou was a wonderful mother who was fun-loving, kind, and caring. She was not one to accept external expectations at face value. Her own clear moral compass and fiercely independent spirit...

February 23, 2019

Keith Allan Hays, age 56, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Saturday, February 23, 2019.

Friends may visit Wednesday, March 6, 2019 from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. at FRENCH – Wyoming.

A Memorial Service to celebrate Keith’s life will be held Thursday, March 7, 2019, 6:00 p.m. at Asbury Methodist Church, 10000 Candelaria Rd. NE....

February 23, 2019

Judith Ann Moseley, age 74, a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and cherished friend passed away Saturday, February 23, 2019. Judi was deeply loved by so many, and she was known for having a deeply caring heart. She is survived by her brothers, David Jones Sr. and his wife, Sandra, Randy McCracken and his wife, Debbie, and Jeff McCracken.

February 23, 2019

Tomacita (Tommie) Gutierrez, 92, passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2019 after a short illness. She was born in 1926 on her family’s ranch near Santa Rosa, NM. While growing up learning lifelong skills needed for a working ranch, she developed her strong work ethic. Tommie moved to Albuquerque in 1950 with her growing family. All of her endeavors...

February 23, 2019

F. Marie Hennigan, 82, of Los Lunas passed away Saturday, February 23, 2019. She was born in Broken Bow, Oklahoma to William Nelson and Reba Edmonson Echols on March 24, 1936.  After living in numerous western states, Marie’s family moved to Albuquerque when she was three years old. Having graduated from Albuquerque High School at age 16, she was...

February 23, 2019

Gilbert Gallegos, 95, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, February 23, 2019. He is survived by his six children, Julie Ann Tixier, Juanita Gail Hedges (Meville), Lucy Gallegos Arnett (Rob), Gilbert O. Gallegos (Judy), Anthony Gallegos, and Lisa Salas (Donald); 13 grandchildren, Matthew and Mark Tixier, Jennifer Swanson, Rana Stewart, Meville and...

February 23, 2019

Beloved mother, sister and friend, Bebe Krapcha passed away early Saturday morning on February 23, 2019. A Rosary will be recited Wednesday, February 27, 2019, 5:30 p.m., at FRENCH - Wyoming. Friends may visit beginning at 4:30 p.m. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, February 28, 2019, 9:00 a.m., at Shrine of St. Bernadette, 11509 Indian School Rd NE. Interment...

February 22, 2019

Darin B. Gibson, 47, passed away after a prolonged illness, February 22, 2019. He was born in Albuquerque and was a lifelong resident. Darin attended Mitchell Elementary, Hoover Middle School, and Eldorado High School, graduating in 1990. He then attended UNM where he studied engineering. Darin enjoyed snow skiing, soccer, music, fishing, camping, and was a gifted...

February 22, 2019

Joann Virginia Comstock, 71, beloved mother, was called to her eternal resting place on Friday, February 22, 2019. She entered this world on Friday, December 12, 1947 in Wichita, KS, born to Gerhard and Marie Otte Schmitz. She is survived by her loving daughter, Mary Beth Carson; son-in-law, Eric Carson; grandson, Colton Carson; brother, Joseph Schmitz; and sisters, Matilda...

February 22, 2019

Cathy Otero, born October 27, 1952, age 66, passed away February 22, 2019. Cathy is survived by her daughter, Andrea; grandson, Ozzy; her Princess, Emma; sister, Patricia Bianchi and husband Richard; brother, Gil Saavedra and wife Laverne; sister, Jeanette Saavedra; sister, Vivian Nunez and husband John; and brother, Myron Saavedra. Cathy is also survived by...

February 21, 2019

Brenna Tamam Ollivier (35) was born with a smile on Monday, June 27, 1983 in Atlanta, Georgia and shortly joined her adoptive family in Washington DC.  She arrived at the airport in a red christening gown into the waiting arms of her forever-family.  On Thursday, February 21, 2019, the now beautiful, young woman was taken from those same loving...

February 21, 2019

Chrissie Ramone Longhurst, age 25, our precious daughter and mum to three of our grandchildren, passed away on Thursday, February 21, 2019. Chrissie was well known for her ability to make people laugh with her antics, funny faces, and array of hats and sunglasses. She is survived by her three children, Mikey 8, Joshy 6, and Emilia 6 months...

February 21, 2019

Richard "Dickie" Barela, 62, died Thursday, February 21, 2019.

He is survived by his children, Linnae Barela-Lucero, Richard Barela (Sarah), and Lucia Barela-Franco (Adrian); grandchildren, Brenden Lucero, Evan Barela, Adilina Franco, Sophia Barela, and "Baby" Franco; his Father, Ray Barela; siblings, Ray Barela Jr. (Chavela), Rosemary Castillo (Willie), Emma Kirkpatrick (Russell), Della Tapia (Ray), Tommy...

February 21, 2019

Nye, Betty Jo

Long-time Albuquerque resident Betty Jo Nye, 72 years old, passed from this life peacefully on Thursday, February 21, 2019, after a short illness. She had been married to Kyle Nye II for over 52 years and is survived by him; as well as by daughter, Valerie Nye and her husband, Joel Yelich of Santa...

February 21, 2019

Mary L. Yonker, (Tootsie), 78, beloved Mother and Grandmother passed away as the sun was rising on Thursday morning, February 21, 2019. She is survived by her three children, daughter, Vikki Spicer and husband, Leroy of Albuquerque and their children, Tanisha Yonker of Albuquerque and Curtis Allen Jr. and wife, Sarah of Denver, CO; her son, Joshua Yonker, Jr....

February 20, 2019

Msgr. Francis X. Eggert, 88, was born June 11, 1930, and died peacefully February 20, 2019. The oldest of three children, he was born in Albuquerque to William E. Eggert and Anna S. Eggert. He attended grade school at St. Mary's in Albuquerque and high school at St. Michael's in Santa Fe. He attended Lourdes Seminary and the Immaculate...

February 20, 2019

Darl Eugene Bunnell, age 88, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 20, 2019.

He was born in Fulton county, Indiana on January 26, 1931.  In his early years he spent it on the farm with his 13 brothers and sisters.  He joined the Air Force in 1948 and moved to San Antonio...

February 20, 2019

Marc was a caring son, loving brother, an amazing husband, wonderful friend, a wholly devoted father. He left us too soon and will be greatly missed. Marc was born on Friday, September 16, 1960 to Jayne and Edward Hendricks. He grew up on a dairy farm in Marengo, Il. His two younger sisters, Darla and Hope, loved having an...

February 19, 2019

Richard Allen Trask, 99, passed away on Tuesday, February 19th, 2019 in Amarillo, Texas.

He was born in Kansas City, Missouri to Anna and Charles Wesley Trask on Tuesday, September 16, 1919.  He spent his earliest childhood in Independence, Missouri. The family moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico when he was a young child. He graduated...